What's On
International Women's Day 2025
International Women's Day 2025 we invite you to celebrate with us with a 3 course meal at the Little Snail French Restaurant at Pyrmont
When: Friday 7th March 2025
Where: The Little Snail Restaurant, 3/50 Murray St, Pyrmont
Cost: $50 pp
Time: 10.45am @ Padstow Station or 12.00noon at the restaurant.
Info: We will be catching the train and light rail to the venue. Please book early as we have limited spaces. Booking Essential!
Old Souls Meet Young Hearts
This intergenerational project allows Students and Volunteers to engage with seniors in the local community by running regular activities in their aged care facilities.
Students and Volunteers Needed!!!!
When: Mondays (Starting back in Late February 2025)
Where: Local Aged Care Facilities
Cost: Free
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm & 1.00pm - 3.00pm (either or both)
Info: If you would like to participate, please call the Centre on 9774 2426
Mosaic Class
Come along to a full day of Mosaics with our wonderful teacher Terry.
When: Friday 21st March 2025
Where: Coolaburoo Neighbourhood Centre Padstow.
Cost: $50 (includes class & lunch) Extra cost for materials.
Time: 9.30am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! If you have never done mosaics before please let us know in advance.
Upcycling - Op Shop Tour
Come join us for a great day of op shopping with like minded people looking for affordable treasures.
When: Thursday 27th March 2025
Where: Bus leaves from CNC & Destination is a surprise
Cost: $20
Time: 8.30am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of getting on and off the bus and walking.
Youth Week Activities
April School Holidays Coolaburoo will be supporting Canterbury Bankstown Council and local services with a number of Youth Week Activities such as: Youth Future Pathways Expo, Explorers Challenge as well as running the Battle of the Flavours Cooking Competition.
If you would like more info please ask at the centre or go to https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/culture-and-community/youth/youth-week.
School Holiday - Imax (all ages welcome)
Come join us for a great day out in the city and watching a great movie at newly renovated Imax.
When: Tuesday 15th April 2025
Where: Imax
Cost: TBA
Time: TBA
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that we are catching the train and there may be a bit of walking on this activity.
Michael Jackson The Musical
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry is heading to Australia in the multiple Tony Award®-winning new musical MJ the Musical.
Centered around the making of his 1992 Dangerous World Tour, MJ the Musical goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Jackson into legendary status.
When: Wednesday 30th April 2025
Where: Sydney Lyric Theatre
Cost: $70
Time: 7.00pm show starts
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note we cannot purchase the tickets until enough people have fully paid, the longer we wait the worse tickets we will get
Photography Group Intro
If you are interested in any type of photography, come along to our Photography group intro day.
When: Friday 1st May 2025
Where: Coolaburoo Neighbourhood Centre Padstow.
Cost: Free
Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL!
Elizabeth Farm/Garden & Homestead outing
Come join us for a great day out exploring the historical homestead and beautiful gardens.
When: Friday 9th May 2025
Where: Elizabeth Farm
Cost: $15
Time: 9.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of walking on this activity.
Biggest Morning Tea
Come join us for morning tea at Brookfield House and explore Camden while supporting a great cause.
When: Friday 23rd May 2025
Where: CNC bus trip to Brookfield House and Camden
Cost: $35
Time: 9.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL!
Upcycling - Op Shop Tour
Come join us for a great day of op shopping with like minded people looking for affordable treasures.
When: Friday 30th May 2025
Where: Bus leaves from CNC & Destination is a surprise
Cost: $20
Time: 8.30am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of getting on and off the bus and walking.
Pressed Flower Art Class
Bring out your creative side with our pressed flower art class. We will be using pressed flowers in a unique compositions to create beautiful frame art.
When: Wednesday 4th June 2025
Where: Coolaburoo Neighbourhood Centre Padstow.
Cost: $40 (cost may lower or higher based on materials)
Time: 1.00pm
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL!
Innovations Outing
Come on our Coolaburoo bus to the Innovations store and warehouse.
When: Wednesday 11th June 2025
Where: Innovations
Cost: $20
Time: 9.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note BYO Lunch
Australian Nuclear Science & Technology Organisation Tour
Came along for the tour and bring some money for lunch. Since it is school holidays, we would love to have some kids and teens join us too.
When: Tuesday 8th July 2025
Where: ANSTO
Cost: $5 (Bring some $ for lunch)
Time: 9.30am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL!
Upcycling - Op Shop Tour & Fairfield Markets
Come join us for a great day of op shopping with like minded people looking for affordable treasures. With an added bonus this month of Fairfield Markets.
When: Wednesday 9th July 2025
Where: Bus leaves from CNC & Destination is a surprise
Cost: $20
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of getting on and off the bus and walking.
Fruit Picking
Come join us for a great day day of fruit picking and exploring farms. We will hopefully be picking citrus fruit depending on the farm and what they have. School Holidays, children and youth welcome.
When: Wednesday 16th July 2025
Where: Windsor
Cost: $10 Adults & $5 Child
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of walking on this activity. BYO Lunch
Manly Ferry - Lunch by the beach
Come join us for a great day day out at Manly. We will be going on our CNC bus to the wharf to catch the ferry to Manly where we will enjoy a lovely lunch by the beach.
When: Friday 18th July 2025
Where: Manly
Cost: $5 (bring $ for lunch)
Time: 9.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there may be some walking on this activity.
Teapot Museum & Tearooms
Hop on our CNC us for a beautiful drive up to the mountains to the Bygone Beautys Treasured Teapot Museum and Tearooms for a lovely Devonshire tea as well as exploring Leura.
When: Friday 25th July 2025
Where: Leura
Cost: $30 (Devonshire Tea Included, bring $ for lunch)
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there may be some walking on this activity.
Xmas In July - NSW Parliament House - Tour & Lunch
Come along to a great day exploring NSW Parliament House on the Tour and enjoying an exquisite lunch.
When: Monday 4th August 2025
Where: NSW Parliament House - Sydney
Cost: $65 (Lunch Included)
Time: 9.15am @ Padstow Station
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that we are catching public transport and that there may be some walking on this activity.
Upcycling - Op Shop Tour
Come join us for a great day of op shopping with like minded people looking for affordable treasures.
When: Thursday 7th August 2025
Where: Bus leaves from CNC & Destination is a surprise
Cost: $20
Time: 8.30am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of getting on and off the bus and walking.
Upcycling - Op Shop Overnight Retreat
Come join us for not just one day but 2 days of op shopping with like minded people looking for affordable treasures.
When: Thursday 4th September 2025
Where: Shellharbour and surrounds
Cost: $120
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of getting on and off the bus and walking.
The Grandparents Club Theatre Show
Following their mini-tour sensation in 2024, The Grandparents Club team are back and you’re invited to join them as they head out on the high seas!
Cruising on board the SS Grand Times, age is just a number. Our heroes are all grandparents, “not old, just old-er” and ready to cut loose. Sure, they’ll miss their grandkids and there are onshore family issues to be sorted out, but for now the cruising life truly is grand.
Starring doyenne of Home and Away Lynne McGranger, song and dance supremo Wayne Scott-Kermond, sublime songstress Meredith O’Reilly and hilarious actor comedian Andrew James, this infectious, highly interactive blend of comedy, games, music and dance will take your breath away.
We will be hopping on the CNC bus to head over to the theatre and stopping on the way for lunch.
When: Thursday 18th September 2025
Where: Sutherland Pavilion Theatre
Cost: $65 (bring $ for lunch)
Time: 12.00noon
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note we cannot purchase the tickets until enough people have fully paid, the longer we wait the worse tickets we will get
Families @ the Markets
Come join us for a great day at Kiama exploring the wonderful monthly markets and surrounds.
When: Sunday 21st September 2025
Where: Kiama Markets
Cost: $25
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of walking on this activity.
Tulip Time
Come join us for a great day at the tulip festival in Berry and exploring the beautiful area.
When: Tuesday 23rd September 2025
Where: Berry
Cost: $30
Time: 8.30am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of walking on this activity.
Upcycling - Op Shop Tour
Come join us for a great day of op shopping with like minded people looking for affordable treasures.
When: Thursday 9th October 2025
Where: Bus leaves from CNC & Destination is a surprise
Cost: $20
Time: 8.30am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of getting on and off the bus and walking.
Coolaburoo Annual General Meeting
Please come and support us at our Annual General Meting.
When: Friday 31st October 2025
Where: Coolaburoo
Cost: Free
Time: 10.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Morning tea will be provided
Innovations Outing
Come on our Coolaburoo bus to the Innovations store and warehouse.
When: Wednesday 5th November 2025
Where: Innovations
Cost: $20
Time: 9.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note BYO Lunch
2024 Calendar - July to December
NOTE: A few new activities have been added for September and October, so please check them out by scrolling down.
Old Souls Meet Young Hearts
This intergenerational project allows Students and Volunteers to engage with seniors in the local community by running regular activities in their aged care facilities.
When: Wednesday & some Tuesdays
Where: Local Aged Care Facilities
Cost: Free
Time: 10.00am - 12.00pm & 1.00pm - 3.00pm (either or both)
Info: If you would like to participate, please call the centre on 9774 2426
Historical House & Garden Group
Come join us for a great day out exploring historical homes or beautiful gardens.
When: Friday 12th July 2024
Where: Red Cow Farm (gardens)
Cost: $25
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of walking on this activity.
School Holidays - Families @ the Farm - Fruit Picking
Come join us for a great day day of fruit picking and exploring farms. We will hopefully be picking citrus fruit depending on the farm and what they have.
When: Wednesday 17th July 2024
Where: Windsor
Cost: $20 Adults & $5 Child
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of walking on this activity. BYO Lunch
Innovations Outing
Come on our Coolaburoo buses to the Innovations store and warehouse.
When: Tuesday 23rd July 2024
Where: Innovations
Cost: $20 Adults
Time: 8.30am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note BYO Lunch
Thrifty Families
Come join us for a great day finding some bargains including plants, fruit and veg, household items and much, much more.
When: Wednesday 31st July 2024
Where: Fairfield Markets
Cost: $10
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of walking on this activity.
Mosaic Class
Come along to a full day of Mosaics with our wonderful teacher Terry.
When: Friday 9th August 2024
Where: Coolaburoo Neighbourhood Centre Padstow.
Cost: $50 (includes class & lunch) Extra cost for materials.
Time: 9.30am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! If you have never done mosaics before please let us know in advance.
Historical House & Garden Group
Come join us for a great day out exploring historical homes or beautiful gardens.
When: Thursday 15th August 2024
Where: Auburn Botanical Gardens
Cost: $20
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of walking on this activity.
Upcycling - Op Shop Tour
Come join us for a great day of op shopping with like minded people looking for affordable treasures.
When: Thursday 22nd August 2024
Where: Bus leaves from CNC & Destination is a surprise
Cost: $20
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of getting on and off the bus and walking.
Edge Cinema & Leura Lunch
Come join us for a great movie and lunch in the beautiful town of Leura.
When: Wednesday 28th August 2024
Where: Blue Mountains
Cost: $25
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL!
Upcycling - Op Shop Overnight Retreat
Come join us for not just one day but 2 days of op shopping with like minded people looking for affordable treasures.
When: Thursday 12th September2024
Where: Shellharbour and surrounds
Cost: $120
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of getting on and off the bus and walking.
Mosaic Class
Come along to a full day of Mosaics with our wonderful teacher Terry.
When: Saturday 21st September 2024
Where: Coolaburoo Neighbourhood Centre Padstow.
Cost: $50 (includes class & lunch) Extra cost for materials.
Time: 9.30am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! If you have never done mosaics before please let us know in advance.
Families @ the Markets
Come join us for a great day at Kiama exploring the wonderful monthly markets and surrounds.
When: Sunday 15th September 2024
Where: Kiama Markets
Cost: $25
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of walking on this activity.
NEW - Riverside Theatre Movie - Thelma
Come join us for a great movie at the Riverside Theatre In Parramatta. Thema is a 93yo who gets duped by scammers and sets off on a treacherous quest to reclaim what was taken from her.
When: Thursday 26th of September 2024
Where: Meeting at CNC
Cost: $15
Time: 9.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there are only a limited amount of tickets
Tulip Time
Come join us for a great day at the tulip festival in Berry.
When: Sunday 24th September 2024
Where: Berry
Cost: $30
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of walking on this activity.
NEW - Pioneer Village
Hop on our Coolaburoo bus to the Pioneer Village to be transported back in time. Experience atmosphere and actives of life over 100 years ago. Families welcome
When: Monday 30th September 2024
Where: Pioneer Village
Cost: Adults $20 & Children $10 (BYO lunch)
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of walking on this activity. There are places to purchase lunch or you can bring your own.
NEW - Old Souls Meet Young Hearts - School Holiday Activity
We run this program on a weekly basis but over the school holiday we would love young people to come along and attend for a day to participate in all the fun.
When: Wednesday 9th October 2024
Where: Local Aged Care Facilities
Cost: Free
Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Info: If you would like to participate, please call the centre on 9774 2426
Upcycling - Op Shop Tour
Come join us for a great day of op shopping with like minded people looking for affordable treasures.
When: Thursday 10th October 2024
Where: Bus leaves from CNC & Destination is a surprise
Cost: $20
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of getting on and off the bus and walking.
NEW - Families @ Bilpin Gardens
Hop on our Coolaburoo bus and head over for a great day in the outdoors. We will be heading over to Wildwood Gardens and then to the Blue Mountains Botanical Gardens for a Picnic Lunch.
When: Friday 11th October 2024
Where: Bilpin
Cost: Adults $20 & Children $10 (BYO lunch)
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of walking on this activity. Please Bring your own lunch.
Mosaic Class
Come along to a full day of Mosaics with our wonderful teacher Terry.
When: Saturday 12th October 2024
Where: Coolaburoo Neighbourhood Centre Padstow.
Cost: $50 (includes class & lunch) Extra cost for materials.
Time: 9.30am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! If you have never done mosaics before please let us know in advance.
Waratahs in Robertson
Come join us for a great day out at Robertson exploring the town and the beautiful waratahs.
When: Wednesday 16th October 2024
Where: Robertson
Cost: $20
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of getting on and off the bus and walking.
Coolaburoo Annual General Meeting
Please come and support us at our Annual General Meting.
When: Friday 25th October 2024
Where: Coolaburoo
Cost: Free
Time: 10.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Morning tea will be provided
Upcycling - Op Shop Tour
Come join us for a great day of op shopping with like minded people looking for affordable treasures.
When: Thursday 14th November2024
Where: Bus leaves from CNC & Destination is a surprise
Cost: $20
Time: 8.00am
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! Please note that there is a lot of getting on and off the bus and walking.
White Ribbon Tug-O-War
Come join us for a great day of op shopping with like minded people looking for affordable treasures.
When: TBA
Where: TBS
Cost: Free
Time: TBA
Info:
Cirque Du Soleil - Luzia
Join us as we take you on a journey into the colorful and fantastical world of LUZIA, set in a make-believe Mexico, where you will be treated to stunning visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances. LUZIA deftly guides you through the locations, people, and sounds of both classical and contemporary Mexico, taking you from urban locations like an old movie set and a smoke-filled dance hall to the beach and barren desert.
When: Friday 29th November 2024
Where: Big Top (catching train & lightrail)
Cost: $95
Time: 2.45pm @ CNC
Info: BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL!!
Pen Pals
We will be staring back up in 2025..
It is a great opportunity for students and a member of the community to connect through letter writing. You will be partnered up with a students in a local school and required to write one letter fortnightly. If you would like to be a part of the program please contact us on 9774 2426. Spaces are limited and we are hoping to start soon so please get in quick so you don't miss out.
Other Upcoming Activities in 2025
Fruit Picking
We try our best to make sure that we visit some of our local farms each year to do fruit picking.
April School Holidays we try to pick apples and Plums.
During June / July School Holidays we try to go picking Oranges, Mandarins and Cumquats.
Around December we try to organise a trip out to pick Peaches, Nectarines, Tomatoes, Eggplant an chillies as well as buying some fresh honey.
If you would like to be a part of any of he above please check our website for updates or give us a call to see when we are going. Please note the above activities depend on the farms and fruit available at the time.
- Youth Week Activities
- Biggest Morning Tea
- International Woman's day
- School Holiday Activities
- Pen Pals
- Mosaic
- House and Garden Group
- Upcycling
- Thrifty Families
- Families @ The Markets
- Tulip Time
- Waratahs
- And many more........